Medical researchers including doctors, nurses, medical students and allied health professionals are required to undertake a period of research as part of their career pathway. Basic Science Techniques in Clinical Practice covers the main areas, allowing anyone to set up and complete research projects and this information can easily be translated to clinical projects. Written by international authors to provide a flavor from many institutions, the book’s appeal is cross-sectional, both at hospital and primary care levels worldwide.

The book covers modern laboratory techniques for laboratory-based research, as well as research governance and designing projects. The final sections importantly tackles data analysis and the presentation of the results (oral and written).

This book is valuable reading for all doctors, medical students, and individuals in related specialities, either in research or considering research (e.g. MD, PhD, MSc and Intercalated BSc).

"This book provides basic information for developing and completing research projects. The purpose is to present the basics of scientific research. The editors’ objectives have been met. The target audience includes health professionals (doctors, nurses, medical students, and allied health professionals). The contributors are international authors representing institutions around the world. … This concisely written book should be of interest to the target audience." (Diane M. Tomasic, Doody's Review Service, November, 2007)